At a Glance: Teaching English in Austria
The soaring Alps, the breathtaking Danube Valley, famous Vienna, and Salzburg's baroque splendor - the beauty of Austria's landscape is only outdone by its rich history, including the likes of Mozart, Schubert, Freud, and the Hapsburgs.
| Monthly Salary*: |
800 - 2,400 EUR  1,290 - 5,240 CAD (Nov 24, 2025)† |
| Private Tutoring per Hour: |
20 - 50 EUR 19.25 - 51.50 CAD (Nov 24, 2025)† |
| Income Tax††: | 0 - 40% |
| Ability to Save per year: | 500 - 6,500 CAD |
| Airfare: | Reimbursement (full or partial) sometimes given |
| Accommodations: | Sometimes included or allowance may be given |
| Health Care: | Usually included |
| Holidays: | Usually paid |
| Teaching Hours per Week: | 20 - 30 |
| Typical Contract Length: | One year or less |
| Typical Start Month(s): | Year round |
| Application Timeline: | 1 - 3 months |
| Work Visa: | EU citizenship preferred |
| Minimum Requirements: | Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate, High School Diploma; Bachelor's Degree preferred and Teaching Experience |
| Additional Notes: | Summer and winter camp positions are commonly advertised |
Other Western Europe Countries:
Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a modern city set amidst a rich historical milieu; in fact, virtually all government, financial, and cultural institutions are based here. Working visas for Austria may be more difficult to obtain due to strict requirements regarding EU citizenship.
The combination of Oxford Seminars' internationally recognized TESOL/TESL Certification and our Job Placement Service included with the course makes teaching English abroad a reality. Learn more about teaching English in Austria and other opportunities teaching English abroad by calling 1-888-227-6755, or by attending an upcoming free Information Session in your area.
* Wages vary depending on the economy of the country.
† Exchange rates are subject to change. Check www.xe.com for current rates.
†† You will be paying income tax while teaching abroad, and the tax rate can change depending on how much money you earn.
Oxford Seminars makes every effort to keep our information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, individual teaching positions and experiences may vary with job market conditions. Specific information listed cannot be guaranteed to be applicable when you are seeking employment teaching ESL in a specific country.
Note that certain positions require additional qualifications and credentials that are not negotiable due to specific country legislation.
